Preparing for the next pandemic: Reflections and recommendations from Florida.

ABSTRACT:

Context

The COVID-19 emergency warrants reflection on how to improve future infectious disease pandemic preparedness and response (PPR). U.S. States took diverse approaches to COVID-19, with Florida's approach characterized by fewer restrictions on businesses and individuals. Despite the profound effects of the pandemic, there is a dearth of stakeholder-informed recommendations for PPR at the state level. This study aims to empirically examine stakeholder perspectives on PPR in Florida.

Methods

25 semi-structured interviews were conducted with former and current leaders from government, academia, and the private sector in Florida. Participants were asked about challenges encountered during COVID-19 and considerations for what should be done for future pandemics. Interview tr

SUBMITTER: Liu A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11611121 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature